726. A Realistic Standard for Physical Capability

Jan 9, 2026

Explore the importance of training for physical capability instead of just aesthetics. Discover 12 essential tests inspired by the Centenarian Decathlon, including benchmarks like sprint times, deadlifts, and push-up endurance. Brian emphasizes that strength, endurance, and mobility are vital life skills. Learn how to evaluate your fitness with challenges like the two-minute plank and full burpees. This conversation encourages you to diagnose your gaps and work towards a body that supports your desired lifestyle.

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Mile Under Eight Minutes

Run a mile under eight minutes to maintain basic cardiovascular fitness and sustain moderate effort without fatiguing.
Treat this as a universal target for men and women to support long-term health and activity.

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Sprint Fitness With A 400m Test

Train to run 400 meters under 1:30 to develop speed and the ability to move fast under stress.
Use 1:30 as a target for men and consider 1:45 a respectable target for women.

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Bench Press For Real-World Strength

Bench press your body weight to build functional upper-body pushing strength needed for daily tasks.
Women should aim for roughly 75% of body weight as a realistic, life-focused target.

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Are you training to look good or to last? In this episode, Brian breaks down 12 physical capability tests inspired by the Centenarian Decathlon and explains why strength, endurance, and mobility are life skills -- not gym goals. Use this as a diagnostic, identify your gaps, and start training for a body that supports the life you want to live. No fragility. No excuses.

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